Kents Hill Infant Academy
URN: 137395 • Benfleet SS7 5PS
Overview
- Name
- Kents Hill Infant Academy
- URN
- 137395
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SOUTH ESSEX ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gemma Thurston (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01268792500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kents Hill Road, Benfleet SS7 5PS
Summary
Kents Hill Infant Academy, located in Benfleet, Essex, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 243 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 238. Since joining the South Essex Academy Trust in January 2019, the school has focused on fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment, guided by values such as perseverance and innovation. The Headteacher, Mrs Gemma Thurston, emphasizes the importance of nurturing relationships with parents and the community to enhance the educational experience.
The school employs the ‘Significant Learning Model’ developed by Dee Fink, which integrates academic skills with lifelong learning principles. In the Early Years, a combination of 'in the moment planning' and adult-led tasks ensures that the diverse needs of all pupils are met effectively. This approach aims to engage children actively in their learning and encourages them to take ownership of their educational journey.
Kents Hill Infant Academy is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment where children can thrive. The school encourages open communication with parents and invites them to participate in their child's learning journey. For more information or to arrange a school tour, parents are encouraged to contact the school office.
The school employs the ‘Significant Learning Model’ developed by Dee Fink, which integrates academic skills with lifelong learning principles. In the Early Years, a combination of 'in the moment planning' and adult-led tasks ensures that the diverse needs of all pupils are met effectively. This approach aims to engage children actively in their learning and encourages them to take ownership of their educational journey.
Kents Hill Infant Academy is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment where children can thrive. The school encourages open communication with parents and invites them to participate in their child's learning journey. For more information or to arrange a school tour, parents are encouraged to contact the school office.
Useful links
- Financial & Governance Information (governance)
- SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) Information (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Our Admissions Process (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Inclusion Team (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Kents Hill Infant School (70.2)
- Kingston School (70.2)
- The Robert Drake Primary School (70.2)
- Westwood Academy (68.9)
- South Benfleet Primary School (65.4)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SOUTH ESSEX ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 238
- Pupils
- 243
- Boys
- 125
- Girls
- 118
- FSM %
- 9.90
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 243 | 125 | 118 | 238 | 9.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 247 | 124 | 123 | 238 | 11.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 245 | 127 | 118 | 298 | 15.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 245 | 127 | 118 | 298 | 15.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 252 | 130 | 122 | 270 | 11.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 254 | 135 | 119 | 270 | 8.70 |
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